Hairfall: The Notorious Complaint Of Winters

Modernization is a two-edged sword. The more we are progressing towards a sci-fi world, the more taxes we are paying in the form of new diseases and discomforts. Hairfall is such a complaint which most of us suffer at least during some part of our life. Most young people approach to Health and Beauty Centers with complaint of falling of hair, dandruff, gray hair, baldness, loss of hair, improper growth, splitting of hairs etc.

An adult head has around 100,000 hairs. We naturally loose around 100 hairs per day which are naturally replaced all the time. So, if we find some hairs on the pillow or hairbrush it does not mean that we suffer from alopecia or baldness. But loosing hairs in large amount whenever you wash them or comb them or just touch them and even localized hair loss from a particular spot of head is not normal. It is this complaint which if not controlled can lead to Alopecia.

The cause of extensive hairfall can be due to some long standing illness, deficiency of nutrients in body, unclean habits, infections and even mental stress. So its cure does not mean just medication and external application but removing the cause which is maintaining this problem.

Today the market is flooded with different types of medicines, shampoos, hair oils, lotions and what not as solutions for hair loss. But most of these do not work and actually make the young men and women poorer by few dollars by exploiting their psychology.

In allopathic medicine monoxide, hormone therapy and steroids are used with limited success though the side effects are abundant like skin irritation, palpitations, scarring of the scalp, weight gain, metabolic abnormalities, acne and menstrual problems

Homeopathy on the other end is an ideal solution. The treatment is decided after a complete and thorough case taking by a qualified homeopathic doctor. In homeopathy there are 176 remedies for alopecia or hair loss and the homeopath has to analyze your case systematically to choose the right medicine for you. This is what makes homeopathy safe, sure and systematic for alopecia or hair loss treatment.

All of us have hair on top and back of our heads. When this hair starts disappearing it is called alopecia, hair loss or baldness.

Usually the hair grows at the rate of 6 inches per year. Hair which we see are composed of dead keratin cells which are pushed outwards by the new cells produced by the hair follicles.

OTHER CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS:

A person may have an allergy and the body's immune system will attack the allergen and the hair strand falls out. Another cause of baldness is abuse of street drugs like cocaine and many others which do cause hair loss. Side effects of prescription drugs, especially high blood pressure medication

Nutritional deficiencies, in particular a lack of zinc or iron in your diet may cause hair loss. Toxic metals or heavy metal poisoning is definitely a cause of hair loss. Pesticides and herbicides can cause hair loss.

hair fall out occurs as a result of radiation exposure. In fact if you use a microwave oven you are exposed to radiation. Fungal infections, hair dyes, cancerous moles, hypothyroid disease, genetic tendencies, aging, anti-cancer treatment, skin disorders, alcoholic beverages, and even a reaction to traction from hair braiding are all reasons for hair to fall out.

Other Cause :  Genetic predisposition: Genes from our parents influence our tendency to have male or female pattern baldness.,Severe illness. Iron deficiency, Following child birth. Extreme stress, General anesthesia,

 High fever, Hormonal imbalance, Medical treatments like chemotherapy used in cancer, anticoagulants, beta-adrenergic blockers used to control blood pressure, oral contraceptives and retinoids used in treatment of acne and skin diseases, Burns. X-rays, scalp injuries.

HOME MEDICINE :

 Herbal or homeopathy Shampoos and conditioners do not treat baldness but overusing them actually causes dryness of scalp and hair. All shampoos are just scented detergents with lathering agent; even the ones which are called natural, herbal or vitamin enhanced.

Hair Proper brushing is very important as it distribute the hair's natural oil. It would do more for the long-term health of your hair and scalp than wasting money on haircare products. Start with 10 to 20 strokes a day and try to work up to 100. Be gentle and avoid brushing when your hair are wet.

Meditations, Pranayam and Yoga helps in relaxation of stress which may be a factor in some cases of hair loss.

Vegetarian and  balanced diet including fruits and vegetables should be a norm.

Try to avoid hot curlers, hair dryers, hair straightening, bleaches and cosmetics filled with chemicals eventually result in broken, dry and thinning of hair. People who leave their hair in natural texture and color are better off. Why put stress on your in pursuit of beauty

HOMEOPATHY MEDICINE :

Silicea : It is one of the splendid acts of homoeopathy that substances labeled as inert can also be used efficiently to treat a large variety of disorders Silica positively influences bones and joints, mucous membranes, skin, cellular tissue, nerves, glands, lungs, digestive system, etc. Silica is one of the frequently used medicines for complaints of hairfall, vitiligo, eczema, lichen planus, herpes, urticaria, asthmatic bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, styes and chalazion, trigeminal neuralgia, complaints of nails, tonsillitis, etc

Natrum Muriaticum :Natrum Muriaticum is an interesting example of homeopathic medicine prepared from a common food substance, It is one of the commonly used remedies for hairloss, fissures, urticaria, migraine, eczema, lichen planus, vitiligo, asthma, etc.
Natrum muriaticum is frequently prescribed in cases of hairloss especially in anaemic females.
Nitricum acidum : Nitricum acidum is a deep acting, constitutional remedy which positively influences the gastrointestinal tract, nerves, glands, skin, bones, etc.Its one of the commonly used drugs for hairloss, vitiligo, warts, ulcers, fissures, gastritis, hemorrhoids, bony and rheumatic affections, malignancy, cachexia, etc.Loss of hair from the vertex. Sensitiveness of the scalp.
Phosphorus : Phosphorus predominantly acts on the gastrointestinal tract, hepato-biliary system, blood, kidneys, bones, lungs, nervous tissue, etc.
It is frequently used in the homoeopathic treatment of hairloss, nephrotic syndrome, hepatitis, cirrhosis, hemorrhagic tendencies, respiratory infections, osteomyelitis, paralytic symptoms, etc.. Dandruff with intense itching of the scalp.. There is increased susceptibility to colds amongst children.
Lycopodium : This drug is frequently prescribed for complaints of hairloss, premature baldness, premature graying of hair. Lycopodium is also one of the commonly prescribed remedies for complaints of the gastro-intestinal organs, reproductive organs, urinary complaints, skin and respiratory disorders
Carbo vegetabalis : has falling of hair after parturition or severe illness.
Sepia:has losing of hair after chronic headaches. During menopause.

Tip to Hair Care:
Olive oil one ounce;
Strong liquor ammoniae one drachm, Oil of almonds one ounce; ;
Tincture of cantharides half drachm;
Essence of bergamotte ten drops;
Spirit of wine two ounces;
Distilled water to six ounces;
A little of the wash to be rubbed into the hair roots every night.